Egremont Russet
Malus domestica
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Description
‘Egremont Russet’ is a apple cultivar of Malus domestica selected for its named fruit qualities and orchard performance. A classic russet, with a very rich, sweet, nutty flavour. Distinctive, thick, olive green-brown skin. Available in New Zealand. External cultivar references describe ‘Egremont Russet’ as follows: The definitive English russet apple, with the charateristic sweet/dry 'nutty' flavour.
Characteristics
Fruit Size
Medium
Skin Colour
Golden-brown russet
Flesh Texture
Firm
Harvest Timing (NZ)
Mid
Storage Life
Moderate
Pollination Group / Partners
Flowering group 2 (partially self-fertile)
Notes
Unknown. Originated in England, United Kingdom; introduced 1872; developed by Possibly the estate of Lord Petworth in Sussex. Award: RHS AGM (current). Egremont Russet is a self-fertile heritage apple, originating in the United Kingdom in 1872.
Fruit Use
Dessert
Flavour Profile
Sweet, Rich
Country Availability
Known to be available in 2 countries